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Ukrainian Danylo Kravchenko won gold at the Junior European Championships in the under-73 kg category. In the final, he defeated Russian Armin Sobliyev.
On September 4, Ukraine commemorates the raising of the blue-and-yellow flag over the Verkhovna Rada in 1991. Around the world, Sexual Health Day and Taekwondo Day are observed.
Four American space companies withdrew from participating in Macron’s summit following alleged pressure from the Trump administration. The event will take place on September 9–10.
John Galliano and the Metropolitan Museum canceled the retrospective after outrage over his antisemitic remarks. The exhibition was supposed to\r\nopen in May 2027.
Companies supplying weapons and drones to Ukraine have been informed about the risks of espionage, cyberattacks, and sabotage. Some have already tightened security.
Celine Dion was spotted in Paris ahead of her return to the stage in September. The singer is scheduled to perform in the French capital until May 2027.
Rings, bowls, and bracelets from the Treasure of Villena were stolen from the Villena Museum in Spain. The collection contains more than 60 items and nearly 10 kilograms of gold.
By 2030, the number of services across the English Channel could increase from 25 to 55 per day. Eurostar will face competition from Virgin Trains and Trenitalia.
After his civil wedding to Georgina Rodríguez, Ronaldo lightened his hair. He showed off his new look in Saudi Arabia and Paris.
On Ukraine’s Independence Day, iconic structures in six countries around the world were illuminated in blue and yellow. The displays became a symbol of solidarity.
Emmanuel Macron announced increased support for Ukraine and the dispatch of interceptor missiles after speaking with Zelenskyy. He called for increased pressure on Russia.
Paris was left out of the TRIPP project and lost a key ally in Pashinyan’s government. At the same time, Yerevan maintains ties with the United States, the EU, and Russia.
The Ministry of Culture recommended 546 projects for victory in the "Tysyachovesna-2026" program. Among them are films about Olga Kharlan, Serhii Kuzminskyi, and a Christmas comedy.
Nikita Sheremet, 19, won gold at the 2026 European Championships in Paris with a time of 21. 13 seconds, setting a Ukrainian record. It is his first gold medal at the senior European Championships.
In Paris, hundreds of people are waiting for the solar eclipse, when the Moon will cover about 90% of the Sun. Tourists, families and people of all ages have gathered on the lawn.
Ukraine’s diving team concluded the European Championships in Paris with five medals. The athletes won one gold, one silver and three bronze medals.
The United States has begun work on transferring licenses to Ukraine for the production of Patriot missiles, but the process is at an early stage and is being hampered by political decisions. Certification of supply chains may take 3-6 years, so Ukraine has better prospects in the European Freyja project.
Kseniya Baylo and Sofia Vystavkina won bronze medals at the European Aquatics Championships in synchronized 10-meter platform diving. For 17-year-old Vystavkina, this is her first medal at a senior European Championships.
Hensoldt, Fire Point's German partner in the Freyja project, doubled its volume of new orders in the first half of 2026 and crossed the €10 billion mark for the first time in its history.
French DJ Kavinsky was found dead at his Paris home on Tuesday evening. The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation to determine the cause of death.
Ferrexpo halts exports via the Black Sea after a Russian drone attack on a vessel carrying its cargo, resulting in the death of a crew member. The company does not expect to load new vessels due to the cancellation of chartering.
In Paris, a man attacked three women with kitchen knives, injuring them. The suspect was detained by an off-duty police officer, the motives of the attack are unknown.
Organizers shortened the 21st stage of the cycling race from 133 to 89 km due to the redeployment of security forces to fight the fires. Emergency services are focused on protecting the population in the Gironde region.
The newly appointed French ambassador to Ukraine, Brice Roquefeuil, recorded a video address in Ukrainian, announcing that he is heading to Kyiv. He reminded that he previously served as the director of the Department of Continental Europe at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that the country is not and will not be a member of the "coalition of the willing" in support of Ukraine. The French ambassador acknowledged the previous statement as erroneous and promised a public clarification.
Ukraine and Europe must receive protection that matches potential threats.
A large fire broke out in a warehouse near Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. The fire did not affect air traffic, and firefighters are working at the scene.
The beta testing of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 starts on August 21 with early access for pre-order customers. The second open weekend for all platforms, including Nintendo Switch 2, will take place from August 28 to September 1.
French police detained a man for attempting to set fire to one of the largest parks in Paris. The incident occurred amid heat and massive forest fires in France.
Wheat futures reached a two-year high, but the gains were offset by weak U. S. export data. Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports have reduced a third of grain export capacity.